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Timing Component Alignment Marks: Locations



Primary Camshaft Drive Chain Installation

Tools Required

J 39946 Crankshaft Socket - 4.0L and 4.6L




1. Install the primary camshaft drive chain on the camshaft intermediate drive shaft sprocket and crankshaft sprocket.
2. Align the timing marks (1) of the camshaft intermediate drive shaft sprocket and crankshaft sprocket. Ensure the marks are aligned vertically.




3. Ensure the number one piston is at Top Dead Center (TDC) and the crankshaft pin (1) is approximately at the one o'clock position using the J 39946.
4. Install the primary camshaft drive chain, camshaft intermediate drive shaft sprocket and crankshaft sprocket as an assembly (3) onto the camshaft intermediate drive shaft (4) and the crankshaft (2).